Data Scientists Salary in Grand Junction, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Grand Junction, CO

Median annual salary $95,400 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $45.87
10th percentile $58,500
90th percentile $159,990
Employed locally 40
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,500
    25th
    $68,400
    50th (median)
    $95,400
    75th
    $126,010
    90th
    $159,990

    Grand Junction economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,485 2023 • Census ACS
    Data Scientists salary vs area income 133% Median Data Scientists salary is 33% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Grand Junction?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Grand Junction, CO is $45.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.32 or more per hour.

    Is Grand Junction above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Grand Junction, CO is 15.3% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in Grand Junction?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $58,500 per year in Grand Junction, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,400.